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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • Author: cozytastes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Golden, crispy parmesan-crusted chicken breasts topped with a dreamy, velvety garlic cream sauce—this Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is everything you want in a comforting yet elevated weeknight dinner. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s flavorful, hearty, and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally into 4 thinner cutlets)

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (preferably freshly grated)

  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2–3 tablespoons olive oil, for frying

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon flour

  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)

  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

  • Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of red pepper flakes for brightness

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  • Dredge: Set up three shallow bowls—one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of grated parmesan and panko. Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in egg, then press into the parmesan-breadcrumb mixture.

  • Cook: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside on a plate and tent with foil.

  • Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes. Stir in flour to make a roux. Gradually whisk in the cream and simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in the parmesan, season to taste, and add lemon juice or chili flakes if using.

 

  • Assemble: Return chicken to the pan or plate it and pour the sauce on top. Garnish with parsley and extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • For even cooking, use a meat mallet to flatten chicken to an even thickness.

  • This recipe is also delicious baked—try baking the crusted chicken on a wire rack at 425°F (220°C) for 18–20 minutes.

  • To make this gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.

  • Sauce can be made ahead—just reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.

 

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Fried + Stovetop Sauce
  • Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 580mg
  • Saturated Fat: 31g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg

Keywords: parmesan crusted chicken, garlic cream sauce, crispy chicken dinner, easy chicken recipe

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